Sam LaPorta attends Tight End University for second time
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is participating in the sixth annual Tight End University in Nashville this week. Although limited to walkthroughs during OTAs and minicamp, LaPorta is taking the opportunity to learn from veteran players at the event, co-founded by George Kittle, Travis Kelce, and Greg Olsen. LaPorta previously attended in 2023 and received praise from Kelce, who noted LaPorta's skills. The summit includes activities like film study, on-field drills, and recovery sessions, aiming to unite the tight end community. LaPorta has expressed the importance of such experiences for his development.
- •LaPorta is attending Tight End University in Nashville this week.
- •He previously participated in the event in 2023 and 2024.
- •The summit features activities like film study and on-field drills.
- •LaPorta received high praise from Travis Kelce in earlier events.
- •The event helps tight ends connect and learn from each other.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Lions News: Sam LaPorta attending Tight End U again
"Detroit Lions’ Sam LaPorta is back at Tight End University, picking the brains of the best players at his position.
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